Why you should visit Cascais
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You’re probably nearer than you think, so might as well!
📍Located in the surroundings of Lisbon
🚊Accessible through a 40min train journey from Cais do Sodré, Lisbon (€4,60 return ticket)
🌤️ It feels as hot as Lisbon but you have the breeze from the sea and there’s actual beaches you can get refreshed in so you’re not just getting dehydrated in the city…
Seafood and fish
Cascais is a fishermen town! This is where you’ll find the freshest and most delicious seafood and fish in the surroundings of Lisbon.
In the guide below I give you my personal favourite restaurants (most of them are fish restaurants):
The beautiful beaches
Whether you’re going for a beach day or just a walk around town, we have a few beaches you can make your way around.
A couple of:
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Water activities
From boat tours to sailing and diving, Paddle boarding and surfing, there’s a lot of water activities you can book.
Breath taking views
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More promenades will be included once I design the intenary to Cascais coming soon.
Art & Culture
Cascais has a long history of cultural interest from contemporary art to historical museums.
A good example of it:
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From B&Bs to luxury hotels
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